Lajas Municipio, PR
Lajas Municipio Map
Lajas Municipio Overview
23,202
TOTAL POPULATION
11,226
MALE POPULATION
11,976
FEMALE POPULATION
93.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
106.68
FEMALES / 100 MALES
47.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.8
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$10,169
PER CAPITA INCOME
$20,353
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$17,131
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
95.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,598
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
8,395
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
42.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
19.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Lajas Municipio
The most populous races in Lajas Municipio are Hispanic or Latino (22,689 | 97.8%), Some other Race (10,254 | 44.2%), and White / Caucasian (9,806 | 42.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 610 | 2.6% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 22,689 | 97.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 9,806 | 42.3% |
| Two or more Races | 2,532 | 10.9% |
| Some other Race | 10,254 | 44.2% |
| Total | 23,202 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Lajas Municipio
The most populous ancestries reported in Lajas Municipio are Puerto Rican (22,409 | 96.6%), American (104 | 0.4%), African (102 | 0.4%), Subsaharan African (102 | 0.4%), and Mexican (82 | 0.4%), together accounting for 98.3% of all Lajas Municipio residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 102 | 0.4% |
| American | 104 | 0.4% |
| Argentinean | 15 | 0.1% |
| Central American Indian | 24 | 0.1% |
| Cuban | 78 | 0.3% |
| Dominican | 42 | 0.2% |
| Italian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Mexican | 82 | 0.4% |
| Puerto Rican | 22,409 | 96.6% |
| South American | 15 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 63 | 0.3% |
| Subsaharan African | 102 | 0.4% |
| West Indian | 30 | 0.1% | View All 13 Rows |
Immigrants in Lajas Municipio
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population | View All 0 Rows |
Sex and Age in Lajas Municipio
Sex and Age in Lajas Municipio
The most populous age groups in Lajas Municipio are 25 to 29 Years (816 | 7.3%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (981 | 8.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 386 (3.4%) | 363 (3.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 648 (5.8%) | 348 (2.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 511 (4.5%) | 720 (6.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 739 (6.6%) | 643 (5.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 684 (6.1%) | 687 (5.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 816 (7.3%) | 700 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 656 (5.8%) | 607 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 713 (6.4%) | 657 (5.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 501 (4.5%) | 609 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 734 (6.5%) | 742 (6.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 733 (6.5%) | 850 (7.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 804 (7.2%) | 981 (8.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 666 (5.9%) | 690 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 773 (6.9%) | 974 (8.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 653 (5.8%) | 715 (6.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 507 (4.5%) | 810 (6.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 342 (3.0%) | 633 (5.3%) |
| 85 Years and over | 360 (3.2%) | 247 (2.1%) |
| Total | 11,226 (100.0%) | 11,976 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Lajas Municipio
Median Family Size in Lajas Municipio
The median family size in Lajas Municipio is 3.64 persons per family, with single male/father families (825 | 15.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.91 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,765 | 52.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.41 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,765 (52.1%) | 3.41 |
| Single Male/Father | 825 (15.5%) | 3.91 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,716 (32.3%) | 3.88 |
| Total Families | 5,306 (100.0%) | 3.64 |
Median Household Size in Lajas Municipio
The median household size in Lajas Municipio is 2.82 persons per household, with single male/father households (825 | 10.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.16 persons per household. non-family households (2,904 | 35.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,765 (33.7%) | 3.41 |
| Single Male/Father | 825 (10.1%) | 4.16 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,716 (20.9%) | 4.02 |
| Non-family | 2,904 (35.4%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 8,210 (100.0%) | 2.82 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lajas Municipio
Out of a total of 8,210 households in Lajas Municipio, 5,306 (64.6%) are family households, while 2,904 (35.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,635, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,571.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,571 (31.3%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,635 (32.1%) | 315 (3.8%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,428 (17.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 730 (8.9%) | 18 (0.2%) |
| 5-Person Households | 389 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 86 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 38 (0.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,306 (64.6%) | 2,904 (35.4%) |
Female Fertility in Lajas Municipio
Fertility by Age in Lajas Municipio
Average fertility rate in Lajas Municipio is 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 143 (100.0%) | 72.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 143 (100.0%) | 30.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lajas Municipio
52.4% of women with births (143) in Lajas Municipio are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 47.5% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 47.6% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 75 (52.4%) | 68 (47.5%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 75 (52.4%) | 68 (47.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Lajas Municipio
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 30 (21.0%) | 31.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 93 (65.0%) | 55.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20 (14.0%) | 17.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 143 (100.0%) | 30.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lajas Municipio
47.5% of women with births in Lajas Municipio are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 66.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 24 (80.0%) | 6 (20.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 31 (33.3%) | 62 (66.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 75 (52.4%) | 68 (47.5%) |
Income in Lajas Municipio
Income Overview in Lajas Municipio
Per Capita Income in Lajas Municipio is $10,169, while median incomes of families and households are $20,353 and $17,131 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 23,202 | $10,169 |
| Median Family Income | 5,306 | $20,353 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,306 | $27,578 |
| Median Household Income | 8,210 | $17,131 |
| Mean Household Income | 8,210 | $24,495 |
| Income Deficit | 5,306 | $11,598 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 23,202 | 4.77% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 23,202 | 95.23¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 23,202 | 0.49 |
Earnings by Sex in Lajas Municipio
Average Earnings in Lajas Municipio are $16,293, $16,660 for men and $15,865 for women, a difference of 4.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 3,403 (47.6%) | $16,660 |
| Female | 3,740 (52.4%) | $15,865 |
| Total | 7,143 (100.0%) | $16,293 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lajas Municipio
The most common earnings brackets in Lajas Municipio are $15,000 to $17,499 for men (457 | 13.4%) and $12,500 to $14,999 for women (438 | 11.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 163 (4.8%) | 203 (5.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 182 (5.3%) | 339 (9.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 247 (7.3%) | 136 (3.6%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 249 (7.3%) | 393 (10.5%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 157 (4.6%) | 225 (6.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 400 (11.7%) | 438 (11.7%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 457 (13.4%) | 393 (10.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 335 (9.8%) | 275 (7.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 134 (3.9%) | 203 (5.4%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 98 (2.9%) | 396 (10.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 287 (8.4%) | 224 (6.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 348 (10.2%) | 283 (7.6%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 6 (0.2%) | 70 (1.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 126 (3.7%) | 102 (2.7%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 71 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 8 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 82 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 9 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 34 (1.0%) | 60 (1.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 10 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,403 (100.0%) | 3,740 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lajas Municipio
Average earnings in Lajas Municipio are $17,545 for men and $16,479 for women, a difference of 6.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $40,027, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $14,004. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $23,291, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $9,967.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $27,330 | $13,987 |
| High School Diploma | $18,463 | $9,967 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $14,004 | $16,398 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $16,424 | $23,270 |
| Graduate Degree | $40,027 | $23,291 |
| Total | $17,545 | $16,479 |
Family Income in Lajas Municipio
Family Income Brackets in Lajas Municipio
According to the Lajas Municipio family income data, there are 1,210 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.8% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 11 families (0.2%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,183 | 22.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 679 | 12.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,210 | 22.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 653 | 12.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 716 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 615 | 11.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 170 | 3.2% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 53 | 1.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 21 | 0.4% |
| $200,000+ | 11 | 0.2% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lajas Municipio
4-person families (693 | 13.1%) account for the highest median family income in Lajas Municipio with $27,018 per family, while 2-person families (2,786 | 52.5%) have the highest median income of $9,268 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,786 (52.5%) | $18,536 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,412 (26.6%) | $22,176 |
| 4-Person Families | 693 (13.1%) | $27,018 |
| 5-Person Families | 348 (6.6%) | $18,158 |
| 6-Person Families | 29 (0.5%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 38 (0.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 5,306 (100.0%) | $20,353 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lajas Municipio
The median family income in Lajas Municipio is $20,353, with families comprising 3+ earners (115) having the highest median family income of $60,031, while families with no earners (2,542) have the lowest median family income of $11,794, accounting for 2.2% and 47.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 2,542 (47.9%) | $11,794 |
| 1 Earner | 1,511 (28.5%) | $19,963 |
| 2 Earners | 1,138 (21.4%) | $43,246 |
| 3+ Earners | 115 (2.2%) | $60,031 |
| Total | 5,306 (100.0%) | $20,353 |
Household Income in Lajas Municipio
Household Income Brackets in Lajas Municipio
With 2,274 households falling in the category, the less than $10,000 income range is the most frequent in Lajas Municipio, accounting for 27.7% of all households. In contrast, only 8 households (0.1%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 2,274 | 27.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1,223 | 14.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,888 | 23.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 878 | 10.7% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 837 | 10.2% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 788 | 9.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 213 | 2.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 82 | 1.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 25 | 0.3% |
| $200,000+ | 8 | 0.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Lajas Municipio
The median household income in Lajas Municipio is $17,131, with the highest median household income of $18,700 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,497 households (42.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 40 households (0.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 40 (0.5%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,661 (20.2%) | $17,272 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,012 (36.7%) | $16,159 |
| 65+ Years | 3,497 (42.6%) | $18,700 |
| Total | 8,210 (100.0%) | $17,131 |
Poverty in Lajas Municipio
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lajas Municipio
With 52.4% poverty level for males and 59.5% for females among the residents of Lajas Municipio, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 207 males (81.5%) and 53 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 270 (70.0%) | 311 (85.7%) |
| 5 Years | 40 (58.8%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 649 (75.1%) | 504 (97.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 183 (80.6%) | 365 (73.4%) |
| 15 Years | 20 (16.3%) | 91 (78.4%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 207 (81.5%) | 191 (70.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 567 (54.2%) | 475 (50.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 530 (36.0%) | 891 (68.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 597 (49.2%) | 684 (54.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 823 (56.1%) | 831 (52.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 828 (56.4%) | 979 (58.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 694 (48.8%) | 682 (40.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 470 (39.0%) | 1,045 (63.1%) |
| Total | 5,878 (52.4%) | 7,102 (59.5%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lajas Municipio
According to the poverty statistics in Lajas Municipio, males aged 15 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 83.7% of males and 59.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 116 (30.0%) | 52 (14.3%) |
| 5 Years | 28 (41.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 215 (24.9%) | 14 (2.7%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 44 (19.4%) | 132 (26.6%) |
| 15 Years | 103 (83.7%) | 25 (21.5%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 47 (18.5%) | 81 (29.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 479 (45.8%) | 466 (49.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 942 (64.0%) | 416 (31.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 617 (50.8%) | 582 (46.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 644 (43.9%) | 758 (47.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 639 (43.6%) | 692 (41.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 728 (51.2%) | 1,007 (59.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 734 (61.0%) | 611 (36.9%) |
| Total | 5,336 (47.6%) | 4,836 (40.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lajas Municipio
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lajas Municipio show that 43.0% or 1,188 of the total 2,765 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 32 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 40.6%, which includes 885 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,297 (59.4%) | 885 (40.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 274 (52.8%) | 245 (47.2%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 6 (18.8%) | 26 (81.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,577 (57.0%) | 1,188 (43.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lajas Municipio
According to the poverty data in Lajas Municipio, 76.1% or 628 single-father households and 61.0% or 1,046 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 18 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 85 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 268 (61.5%) | 502 (53.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 342 (92.2%) | 459 (66.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 18 (100.0%) | 85 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 628 (76.1%) | 1,046 (61.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lajas Municipio
The poverty data for Lajas Municipio shows that 1,188 of the married-couple family households (43.0%) and 1,674 of the single-parent households (65.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 32 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 103 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 885 (40.6%) | 770 (56.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 245 (47.2%) | 801 (75.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 26 (81.2%) | 103 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,188 (43.0%) | 1,674 (65.9%) |
Employment Characteristics in Lajas Municipio
Employment by Class of Employer in Lajas Municipio
Among the 6,547 employed individuals in Lajas Municipio, private company employees (4,182 | 63.9%), state government employees (669 | 10.2%), and local government employees (615 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 4,182 | 63.9% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 52 | 0.8% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 553 | 8.5% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 351 | 5.4% |
| Local Government Employees | 615 | 9.4% |
| State Government Employees | 669 | 10.2% |
| Federal Government Employees | 125 | 1.9% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 6,547 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Lajas Municipio
According to the labor force statistics for Lajas Municipio, out of the total population over 16 years of age (19,987), 42.0% or 8,395 individuals are in the labor force, with 19.8% or 1,662 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 76.8% or 1,164 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 55.1% or 114 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 207 (18.1%) | 114 (55.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 751 (54.8%) | 327 (43.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,164 (76.8%) | 197 (16.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 935 (74.0%) | 381 (40.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,681 (67.8%) | 239 (14.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,095 (68.5%) | 235 (11.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 860 (48.2%) | 158 (18.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 220 (16.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 424 (13.6%) | 17 (4.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 64 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,395 (42.0%) | 1,662 (19.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lajas Municipio
According to labor force statistics for Lajas Municipio, 60.7% of individuals (6,956) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (11,459) are in the labor force, with 17.4% or 1,210 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 77.9% or 2,140 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.0% or 363 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 428 (20.0%) | 270 (12.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,911 (61.0%) | 595 (19.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,480 (72.1%) | 609 (17.7%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,140 (77.9%) | 456 (16.6%) |
| Total | 6,956 (60.7%) | 1,994 (17.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Lajas Municipio
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lajas Municipio are Community & Social Service (787 | 11.7%), Education Instruction & Library (496 | 7.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (430 | 6.4%), Management (396 | 5.9%), and Business & Financial (231 | 3.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lajas Municipio, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (81.0%), and Management (48.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (80.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 190 (48.0%) | 206 (52.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 58 (25.1%) | 173 (74.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 8 (19.5%) | 33 (80.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (100.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 322 (40.9%) | 465 (59.1%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 81 (41.3%) | 115 (58.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 164 (33.1%) | 332 (66.9%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 77 (81.0%) | 18 (19.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 144 (33.5%) | 286 (66.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 194 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 722 (38.3%) | 1,163 (61.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,241 (48.1%) | 3,495 (51.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Lajas Municipio are Food Preparation & Serving (449 | 6.7%), Cleaning & Maintenance (292 | 4.3%), Security & Protection (274 | 4.1%), Healthcare Support (197 | 2.9%), and Law Enforcement (138 | 2.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Lajas Municipio, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (88.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (78.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 197 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 274 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 136 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 138 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 96 (21.4%) | 353 (78.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 241 (82.5%) | 51 (17.5%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 9 (11.4%) | 70 (88.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 620 (48.0%) | 671 (52.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,241 (48.1%) | 3,495 (51.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lajas Municipio are Sales & Related (828 | 12.3%), and Office & Administration (710 | 10.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 360 (43.5%) | 468 (56.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 340 (47.9%) | 370 (52.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 700 (45.5%) | 838 (54.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,241 (48.1%) | 3,495 (51.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lajas Municipio are Construction & Extraction (333 | 4.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (214 | 3.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (105 | 1.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 84 (80.0%) | 21 (20.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 291 (87.4%) | 42 (12.6%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 214 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 589 (90.3%) | 63 (9.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,241 (48.1%) | 3,495 (51.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lajas Municipio are Production (981 | 14.6%), Transportation (244 | 3.6%), and Material Moving (145 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 269 (27.4%) | 712 (72.6%) |
| Transportation | 196 (80.3%) | 48 (19.7%) |
| Material Moving | 145 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 610 (44.5%) | 760 (55.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 3,241 (48.1%) | 3,495 (51.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Lajas Municipio
Employment Industries in Lajas Municipio
The major employment industries in Lajas Municipio include Manufacturing (1,329 | 19.7%), Retail Trade (959 | 14.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (783 | 11.6%), Educational Services (725 | 10.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (631 | 9.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lajas Municipio
The Lajas Municipio industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (74.3%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (72.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 178 (73.9%) | 63 (26.1%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 350 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 401 (30.2%) | 928 (69.8%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 124 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 606 (63.2%) | 353 (36.8%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 90 (65.2%) | 48 (34.8%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 46 (58.2%) | 33 (41.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 67 (54.0%) | 57 (46.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 35 (25.7%) | 101 (74.3%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 83 (61.0%) | 53 (39.0%) |
| Educational Services | 243 (33.5%) | 482 (66.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 217 (27.7%) | 566 (72.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 152 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 275 (43.6%) | 356 (56.4%) |
| Public Administration | 226 (47.3%) | 252 (52.7%) |
| Total | 3,241 (48.1%) | 3,495 (51.9%) |
Education in Lajas Municipio
School Enrollment in Lajas Municipio
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,666 students in Lajas Municipio are college / undergraduate (1,344 | 28.8%), high school (1,131 | 24.2%), and middle school (1,063 | 22.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 92 | 2.0% |
| Kindergarten | 148 | 3.2% |
| Elementary School | 845 | 18.1% |
| Middle School | 1,063 | 22.8% |
| High School | 1,131 | 24.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,344 | 28.8% |
| Graduate / Professional | 43 | 0.9% |
| Total | 4,666 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lajas Municipio
Out of a total of 4,666 students who are enrolled in schools in Lajas Municipio, 1,334 (28.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,332 (71.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 135 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 141 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 141 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 983 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 983 (82.3%) | 212 (17.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 516 (79.7%) | 131 (20.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 361 (66.8%) | 179 (33.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 235 (30.7%) | 531 (69.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 135 (100.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 113 (43.6%) | 146 (56.4%) |
| Total | 3,332 (71.4%) | 1,334 (28.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lajas Municipio
Business (858 | 24.8%), education (802 | 23.2%), science & technology (531 | 15.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (286 | 8.3%), and arts & humanities (220 | 6.4%) are the most common fields of study among 3,461 individuals in Lajas Municipio who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 121 | 3.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 286 | 8.3% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 112 | 3.2% |
| Psychology | 188 | 5.4% |
| Social Sciences | 143 | 4.1% |
| Engineering | 58 | 1.7% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 531 | 15.3% |
| Business | 858 | 24.8% |
| Education | 802 | 23.2% |
| Literature & Languages | 38 | 1.1% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 22 | 0.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 82 | 2.4% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 220 | 6.4% |
| Total | 3,461 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Lajas Municipio
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lajas Municipio
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lajas Municipio are males with 2 vehicles (1,575, accounting for 49.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,558, making up 46.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 21 (0.7%) | 66 (2.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 523 (16.4%) | 913 (27.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,575 (49.4%) | 1,558 (46.4%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 711 (22.3%) | 604 (18.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 128 (4.0%) | 83 (2.5%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 230 (7.2%) | 134 (4.0%) |
| Total | 3,188 (100.0%) | 3,358 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Lajas Municipio
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lajas Municipio are 15 to 19 minutes (1,342 commuters, 21.4%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,208 commuters, 19.2%), and 20 to 24 minutes (863 commuters, 13.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 138 | 2.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 570 | 9.1% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,208 | 19.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,342 | 21.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 863 | 13.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 462 | 7.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 536 | 8.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 81 | 1.3% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 256 | 4.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 438 | 7.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 267 | 4.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 119 | 1.9% |
Commute Time by Sex in Lajas Municipio
The most common commute times in Lajas Municipio are 15 to 19 minutes (563 commuters, 18.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (804 commuters, 24.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 69 (2.3%) | 69 (2.1%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 404 (13.3%) | 166 (5.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 404 (13.3%) | 804 (24.8%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 563 (18.5%) | 779 (24.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 426 (14.0%) | 437 (13.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 221 (7.3%) | 241 (7.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 173 (5.7%) | 363 (11.2%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 10 (0.3%) | 71 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 247 (8.1%) | 9 (0.3%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 287 (9.4%) | 151 (4.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 133 (4.4%) | 134 (4.1%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 106 (3.5%) | 13 (0.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lajas Municipio
The most frequent times of departure to work in Lajas Municipio are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (507, 16.7%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (515, 15.9%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 187 (6.1%) | 131 (4.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 209 (6.9%) | 190 (5.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 103 (3.4%) | 140 (4.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 507 (16.7%) | 499 (15.4%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 492 (16.2%) | 384 (11.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 404 (13.3%) | 515 (15.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 400 (13.1%) | 288 (8.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 83 (2.7%) | 289 (8.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 91 (2.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 76 (2.5%) | 276 (8.5%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 178 (5.9%) | 92 (2.8%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 82 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 86 (2.8%) | 192 (5.9%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 236 (7.8%) | 150 (4.6%) |
| Total | 3,043 (100.0%) | 3,237 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Lajas Municipio
Occupancy by Ownership in Lajas Municipio
Of the total 8,210 dwellings in Lajas Municipio, owner-occupied units account for 5,695 (69.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,515 (30.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 5,695 | 69.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 2,515 | 30.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 8,210 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Lajas Municipio
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,571 | 31.3% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,950 | 35.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,428 | 17.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,261 | 15.4% |
| Total Housing Units | 8,210 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lajas Municipio
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,757 (68.3%) | 814 (31.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,145 (72.7%) | 805 (27.3%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,094 (76.6%) | 334 (23.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 699 (55.4%) | 562 (44.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 5,695 (69.4%) | 2,515 (30.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lajas Municipio
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 1,503 (74.2%) | 524 (25.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,654 (64.8%) | 899 (35.2%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,424 (69.6%) | 622 (30.4%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,114 (70.3%) | 470 (29.7%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lajas Municipio
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 637 | 7.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,064 | 13.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,447 | 17.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,565 | 19.1% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,759 | 21.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,405 | 17.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 333 | 4.1% |
| Total | 8,210 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Lajas Municipio
Median Income by Occupancy in Lajas Municipio
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 5,695 (69.4%) | $21,424 |
| Renter-Occupied | 2,515 (30.6%) | $12,135 |
| Average | 8,210 (100.0%) | $17,131 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lajas Municipio
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 726 (12.8%) | 800 (31.8%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 473 (8.3%) | 273 (10.8%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 870 (15.3%) | 351 (14.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 676 (11.9%) | 408 (16.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 572 (10.0%) | 230 (9.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 666 (11.7%) | 214 (8.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 723 (12.7%) | 115 (4.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 709 (12.4%) | 76 (3.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 196 (3.4%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 52 (0.9%) | 34 (1.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 32 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,695 (100.0%) | 2,515 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lajas Municipio
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 3,885 (68.2%) | 96 (3.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 514 (9.0%) | 265 (10.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 811 (14.2%) | 433 (17.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 254 (4.5%) | 74 (2.9%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 178 (3.1%) | 14 (0.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 42 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 11 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,695 (100.0%) | 2,515 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Lajas Municipio
Housing Structures in Lajas Municipio
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 7,270 | 88.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 371 | 4.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 237 | 2.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 53 | 0.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 162 | 2.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 84 | 1.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 33 | 0.4% |
| Total | 8,210 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lajas Municipio
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,394 (74.2%) | 1,876 (25.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 239 (64.4%) | 132 (35.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 29 (12.2%) | 208 (87.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 162 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 84 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,695 (69.4%) | 2,515 (30.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lajas Municipio
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 13 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 614 (10.8%) | 473 (18.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,995 (70.2%) | 1,661 (66.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 925 (16.2%) | 340 (13.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 148 (2.6%) | 41 (1.6%) |
| Total | 5,695 (100.0%) | 2,515 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lajas Municipio
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 90 (1.6%) | 7 (0.3%) |
| Electricity | 390 (6.9%) | 133 (5.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 52 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 5,163 (90.7%) | 2,375 (94.4%) |
| Total | 5,695 (100.0%) | 2,515 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Lajas Municipio
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 588 (10.3%) | 556 (22.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,170 (38.1%) | 1,119 (44.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,065 (36.3%) | 631 (25.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 872 (15.3%) | 209 (8.3%) |
| Total | 5,695 (100.0%) | 2,515 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Lajas Municipio
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lajas Municipio
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,303 | 1,392 |
| Median Property Value | $88,200 | $115,600 |
| Median Household Income | $17,631 | $0 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $131 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $430 | $1,283 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lajas Municipio
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 917 (21.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,670 (38.8%) | 349 (25.1%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,633 (38.0%) | 1,043 (74.9%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 74 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 9 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 4,303 (100.0%) | 1,392 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lajas Municipio
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 1,054 (24.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 1,709 (39.7%) | 145 (10.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 391 (9.1%) | 409 (29.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 512 (11.9%) | 275 (19.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 483 (11.2%) | 211 (15.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 122 (2.8%) | 226 (16.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (5.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 32 (0.7%) | 52 (3.7%) |
| Total | 4,303 (100.0%) | 1,392 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lajas Municipio
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 907 (21.1%) | 29,397 (2,111.9%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 606 (14.1%) | 237 (17.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 260 (6.0%) | 235 (16.9%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,302 (53.5%) | 364 (26.2%) |
| Total | 4,303 (100.0%) | 1,392 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lajas Municipio
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 173 (4.0%) | 60 (4.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 40 (0.9%) | 43 (3.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 31 (0.7%) | 21 (1.5%) |
| Total | 4,303 (100.0%) | 1,392 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Lajas Municipio
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lajas Municipio
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 831 (95.5%) | 39 (4.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,120 (97.7%) | 73 (2.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,012 (97.9%) | 43 (2.1%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 2,063 (86.4%) | 326 (13.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,257 (91.0%) | 223 (9.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,905 (95.1%) | 151 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,916 (92.9%) | 222 (7.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3,065 (98.5%) | 46 (1.5%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,850 (99.7%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| Total | 22,019 (95.1%) | 1,133 (4.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lajas Municipio
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 831 (95.5%) | 39 (4.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,120 (97.7%) | 73 (2.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,012 (97.9%) | 43 (2.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lajas Municipio
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 12,586 (94.7%) | 704 (5.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 5,153 (94.2%) | 316 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,995 (96.4%) | 113 (3.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 768 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 515 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lajas Municipio
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 785 (90.2%) | 52 (6.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,387 (74.8%) | 795 (24.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,231 (59.9%) | 871 (42.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,553 (65.0%) | 518 (21.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,312 (52.9%) | 953 (38.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,676 (54.8%) | 1,367 (44.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,820 (58.0%) | 1,216 (38.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,959 (95.1%) | 624 (20.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,744 (95.9%) | 613 (21.4%) |
| Total | 16,467 (71.1%) | 7,009 (30.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lajas Municipio
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 143 (9.3%) | 131 (9.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 218 (8.7%) | 287 (12.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,045 (25.2%) | 1,146 (25.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 616 (43.3%) | 679 (40.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 743 (61.7%) | 1,224 (73.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lajas Municipio
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 165 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 189 (13.3%) | 56 (3.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 342 (28.4%) | 274 (16.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 37 (2.4%) | 40 (2.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 137 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 195 (4.7%) | 385 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 258 (18.1%) | 361 (21.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 144 (12.0%) | 510 (30.8%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 106 (6.9%) | 67 (4.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 218 (8.7%) | 150 (6.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 533 (12.9%) | 317 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 257 (18.1%) | 162 (9.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 402 (33.4%) | 445 (26.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (1.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 618 (14.9%) | 789 (17.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 229 (16.1%) | 525 (31.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 497 (41.3%) | 904 (54.6%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 360 (8.7%) | 291 (6.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (1.3%) | 27 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 329 (27.3%) | 410 (24.8%) |
Technology Access in Lajas Municipio
Computing Device Access in Lajas Municipio
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 3,302 | 40.2% |
| Smartphone | 5,150 | 62.7% |
| Tablet | 2,016 | 24.6% |
| No Computing Device | 2,641 | 32.2% |
| Total | 8,210 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Lajas Municipio
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 339 | 4.1% |
| Broadband Home | 2,933 | 35.7% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,079 | 13.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 294 | 3.6% |
| No Internet | 3,454 | 42.1% |
| Total | 8,210 | 100.0% |
Lajas Municipio Summary
Lajas Municipio is a municipality located in the southwestern region of Puerto Rico. It is part of the Mayagüez-San Germán-Cabo Rojo Metropolitan Statistical Area. The municipality is bordered by the municipalities of Cabo Rojo, San Germán, Sabana Grande, and Guánica. As of the 2010 census, the population of Lajas was 24,824.
Geography
Lajas Municipio is located in the southwestern region of Puerto Rico, on the Caribbean Sea. It is bordered by the municipalities of Cabo Rojo, San Germán, Sabana Grande, and Guánica. The municipality covers an area of approximately 97 square miles (250 km2). The terrain is mostly flat, with some hills in the northern part of the municipality. The highest point is Cerro La Torre, which rises to an elevation of 1,067 feet (325 m).
The municipality is home to several rivers, including the Guayanés, Guayanesito, and Guayanilla. There are also several small lakes, including Laguna La Torre, Laguna La Parguera, and Laguna La Piedra.
Climate
Lajas Municipio has a tropical climate, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). The average annual precipitation is 64 inches (1,600 mm).
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Lajas was 24,824. The population is predominantly of Hispanic or Latino origin, with a small minority of African Americans and other races. The median age is 38.5 years, and the median household income is $17,845.
Economy
The economy of Lajas Municipio is largely based on agriculture. The main crops grown in the municipality are sugarcane, coffee, and bananas. Livestock farming is also important, with cattle, pigs, and goats being the main animals raised.
Tourism is also an important part of the economy. The municipality is home to several beaches, including Playa La Parguera, Playa La Piedra, and Playa La Torre. There are also several historical sites, including the ruins of the old sugar mill in La Parguera.
The municipality is also home to several industrial parks, including the Lajas Industrial Park and the La Parguera Industrial Park. These parks are home to several companies, including pharmaceutical companies, food processing companies, and electronics companies.
Education
Lajas Municipio is served by the Puerto Rico Department of Education. There are several public schools in the municipality, including elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools. There are also several private schools, including the Colegio San Antonio de Padua and the Colegio San Juan Bautista.
The municipality is also home to the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez, which is part of the University of Puerto Rico system. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of fields, including engineering, business, and education.
Transportation
Lajas Municipio is served by several highways, including PR-2, PR-102, and PR-103. The municipality is also served by the Mayagüez-San Germán-Cabo Rojo Metropolitan Bus System. The nearest airport is the Rafael Hernández Airport in Aguadilla.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Lajas Municipio?
Total Population of Lajas Municipio is 23,202.
What is the Total Male Population of Lajas Municipio?
Total Male Population of Lajas Municipio is 11,226.
What is the Total Female Population of Lajas Municipio?
Total Female Population of Lajas Municipio is 11,976.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lajas Municipio?
There are 93.74 Males per 100 Females in Lajas Municipio.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lajas Municipio?
There are 106.68 Females per 100 Males in Lajas Municipio.
What is the Median Population Age in Lajas Municipio?
Median Population Age in Lajas Municipio is 47.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lajas Municipio
Average Family Size in Lajas Municipio is 3.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lajas Municipio
Average Household Size in Lajas Municipio is 2.8 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lajas Municipio?
Per Capita income in Lajas Municipio is $10,169.
What is the Median Family Income in Lajas Municipio?
Median Family Income in Lajas Municipio is $20,353.
What is the Median Household income in Lajas Municipio?
Median Household Income in Lajas Municipio is $17,131.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lajas Municipio?
Income or Wage Gap in Lajas Municipio is 4.8%.
Women in Lajas Municipio earn 95.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lajas Municipio?
Family Income Deficit in Lajas Municipio is $11,598.
Families that are below poverty line in Lajas Municipio earn $11,598 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lajas Municipio?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lajas Municipio is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lajas Municipio?
There are 8,395 People in the Labor Forcein in Lajas Municipio.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lajas Municipio?
42.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Lajas Municipio.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lajas Municipio?
Unemployment Rate in Lajas Municipio is 19.8%.